GolfBuddy golf GPS bands
CPSC Recall #16-138 — April 7, 2016
Product
GolfBuddy golf GPS bands
Description
The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin.
Hazard
The band charging ports can produce an electrical charge to exposed skin, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received two reports of consumers being burned.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled golf wristbands and contact GolfBuddy for instructions on how to update the unit with the latest firmware, also available in the firm’s website.
Units Affected
About 3,000
Sold At
"PGA Tour Superstore, The Golfer’s Warehouse, Worldwide Golf Shops and other authorized golf dealers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com and www.golfbuddyglobal.com from April 2015 through January 2016 for about $250."
Importer
Deca International Corp., dba GolfBuddy, of La Palma, Calif.
Manufactured In
South Korea